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'I was an original TV Gladiator': Meet Diane Youdale - AKA Jet

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:00:00 -0000

PRsonal - are you ready?!

In the latest episode, Charlotte is joined by a TV legend.

In the 90s, Diane Youdale - aka Jet - was one of Britain's most famous faces when she starred on the ITV show, Gladiators.

She discusses that experience, from the famous Lycra to signing her face on a duvet.

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'I was a footballer - but my lung collapsed twice'' Meet Stuart Bramley

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 -0000

As founder of Mira Marketing, Stuart Bramley is one of the North East's leading young entrepreneurs.

Before being a businessman, though, he was a very promising footballer playing for the likes of Blyth Spartans.

However, in this episode of PRsonal he opens up about his lung collapsing not once but twice.

He shares with host Charlotte about the challenges that brought him - especially as he was preparing to become a dad.

From playing football in the USA to his first failed business - and why he now sees that as a 'blessing'.

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‘Dad would whip her with his belt’: Meet Michelle Sheekey

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Michelle Sheekey admits most of her childhood was 'pretty traumatic'.

Living with an abusive and violent dad, Michelle had no idea what home would be like when she got home.

Her dad would strip the house of all furniture. Sometimes he would use his belt to beat her mum.

It was so bad, Michelle admits that as a very young child, her and her siblings would hide in bed and plot how they could kill him.

In this emotional episode, Michelle shares the story of her harrowing upbringing - including the devastating death of her brother and being kicked out of home at 16 - and how it shaped a remarkable career.

A successful coach and owner of the North East's biggest independent nursery, Michelle has defied the odds time and time again.

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'I was an Olympian - then my world unravelled' - Meet Chris Cook

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 -0000

It is the dream of millions around the world.

And Chris Cook has lived it - not once, but twice.

Having competed at both the 2004 and 2008 Olympics, Chris shares his stories from the pool as he reflects on an incredible career.

But for Chris, leaving the sport resulted in an 'emotional unravelling' - and in this episode he sits down with host Charlotte Nichols to talk about what came next, and how he found himself after leaving the sport he loved.

Now a non-executive director and keynote speaker, Chris talks about everything from the vital support of his wife, Erica, to the horror of losing his lifesavings within days after a business opportunity fell apart.

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'I'm a kickboxing champion - but my parents never cuddled me'

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 27 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Garry Bell always shows his children that they are loved.

Because as a child, he never felt like he was.

A champion kickboxer, Garry is also an entrepreuner and gym owner.

But on this emotional episode of PRsonal, he shares his emotionally difficult upbringing on Teesside.

No hugs at home. Parents who never told him that they loved him.

And as his book 'Unmasked' reveals, that wasn't it.

Violence. Terror. Physical and mental abuse - although a picture of Jean-Claude Van Damme would send him on a trajectory that would change his life completely.

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'I tragically lost my daughter at 20': Meet Vicki Eagle

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 -0000

This is without doubt one of the most emotional episodes of PRsonal yet.

Almost two years ago, Poppy Eagle collapsed and died suddenly at her family home in Washington.

She was just 20, a student with the world at her feet.

Her mum Vicki has since launched Poppy's Light Foundation, a charity fighting to prevent similar tragedies from striking other families.

She sits down with host Charlotte to talk about the fateful day in August and the devastating impact it has had.

But from darkness comes light - and Vicki also talks about the incredible work she and others are doing to keep her beloved daughter's memory alive.

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'I sold a business for £65m - the next six weeks were the worst of my life': Meet Neil Stephenson

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Neil Stephenson is pretty good at business.

The fact he sold Onyx for £65m is proof of that.

But on this episode of PRsonal, he opens up to host Charlotte Nichols about what followed.
The ‘worst six weeks’ of his life.

Bored in his 'man cave', Neil's phone was silent - and he missed the hustle.

He's since become an angel investor, helping companies across the North East grow, and he shares his experience and tips for growing a business - and opens up about the one job he won't dare offer any advice on how to do.

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'I'm a sex worker - it is nothing like people expect' - Meet Emily Payne

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 05 May 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Emily Payne is many things.

An author. A singer. A public speaker who has even delivered talks to the WI.

And she's also a sex worker.

And in this fascinating episode of PRsonal, she sits down with host, Charlotte Nichols, to lift-the-lid on the oldest job in the world.

From the type of men who pay for sex, to the very blunt reason why it isn't as empowering as many say, Emily pulls no punches as she also talks about her book 'Sex is Hard Work: The Tourist’s Guide to the Sights and Smells of Prostitution'

Expect laughs. Expect shock.

This is an episode like no other.

Emily's book: https://tinyurl.com/3k49pvbk
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'My uni job was on Richard Branson's private island' - Meet Robert Brasington

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Some students help fund uni by pulling pints.

Robert Brasington did things a bit differently.

Instead, a chance meeting ended with him coaching tennis on Sir Richard Branson’s Necker and Moskito private islands.

And Robert admits to host Charlotte, that short trip to the British Virgin Islands reshaped both his perspective and career trajectory.

After graduating from Durham Uni, Robert founded Rosemont Dental Group, a business already valued at millions.

And on this episode of PRsonal he talks about his growth journey, the buzz of the deal - and coaching tennis in paradise.

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'I don't think I've ever been happy': Meet Andy Preston

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Andy Preston's career has been incredible.

Hugely successful city trader. Investor. Mayor. Charity founder.

And that's just half of it.

But since leaving the political front line, Andy has become a commentator - and is known for not holding back.

He doesn't shy away from sharing his views on the big issues, which he's happy to do on this episode of Personal.

Immigration. Black Lives Matter. Poverty. Donald Trump.

They all come up - but so does Andy's own personal life, as he discusses his incredible career but also reflects on the passing of his brother in 2021 - and the "frailty of life".

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'I had eight hours to live - then the phone rang' - Meet Louise Prashad

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0000

When Louise Prashad was pregnant, she told hospital staff she thought she was going to die.

She almost did.

After being sent home, she went to bed. When she woke up, she vomited two pints of blood.

Louise was in multi-organ failure. Her twins no longer had a heartbeat.

And doctors told her husband the chances of Louise surviving were tiny.

But she did.

And on this episode, she relives that ordeal with host Charlotte Nichols - but also shares her inspirational story, and how a liver transplant not only saved her, but led to her competing for Team GB.

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Ep 88: The man behind the magic: Tim Lichfield on IVF, radio soulmates and starting again

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Tim Lichfield always thought he'd be a good dad.

Sadly, despite going through IVF, the family he craved never arrived.

In this episode of PRsonal, Tim bravely sits down with host Charlotte Nichols as the pair both share their experience of fertility treatment.

A presenter and award-winning magician, Tim shares his story; From working in a shop during covid, to his Disneyland proposal to his wife, Sally - where he actually forgot to ask the question.

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PRsonal Ep 87: 'My death sentence gave me a second life': Meet Kerri Douglas

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Aged 24, Kerri Douglas felt she'd been given a death sentence.

She was diagnosed with HIV.

But in this remarkable episode of PRsonal, Keri reveals how it actually saved her.

With the virus no longer detectable, Keri's story is a remarkable example of the resilience humans can have.

Aged just 13, she was a child on the street. By 19, having been failed by the system and having suffered abuse, she turned to heroin.

But she refused to be a victim.

Breaking the cycle, she took herself off the street, driven by a desire to keep being a mum.

She's since become a public speaker and has written a book, 'Gutter to Glory'.

Sitting down with host Charlotte Nichols, she talks about her incredible journey - from being jailed for stealing a Sainsbury's sandwich to supporting the charity CEO Sleepout - and her deep desire to change people's perceptions around homelessness.

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Episode 86: 'I turned 40 then a doctor shattered my world' - Ruth Smith

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Aged just 40, Ruth Smith had met a new partner and was training for the Great North Run.

Then she received devastating news.

She had MS.

She cried for a whole week, not least for the life she wouldn't have.

But on this episode of PRsonal, Ruth talks with host Charlotte Nichols about how she's faced it head-on.

She talks about the ups and downs - like fatigue, brain fog and pain - but also how she's flipped the idea of a bucket list on its head.

Instead, she's developed a 'f*** it' list - and embraced a defiant zest for life.

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Ep 85 ‘I almost drowned – then a van hit me’: Meet Roam’s Andrew Bartlett

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Andrew Bartlett is happy to share his story, because he almost didn't have the chance.

Andrew almost died. Twice.

As a child, a day at the river almost ended in unimaginable tragedy as he spent three minutes submerged under deadly rapids.

Then, aged 14, he was run over by a van.

Thankfully Andrew lived to tell the tale and the jockey-turned-CEO has since founded Roam.

On this dramatic episode of PRsonal, he shares his near-death experiences with host Charlotte - discussing everything from his 'out of body' experience, to just what went through his head when he thought his time was up.

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'I survived an abusive boyfriend': Meet recruitment guru Ashleigh Wright

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000

As a child, Ashleigh Wright's mum bore the scars of domestic abuse.

By the age of nine, she was calling the police on her own father after witnessing a shocking act of violence in her home.

Then years later, she found herself in abusive relationships herself.

Phones checked. Coercion. Physical abuse.

One abusive ex even stopped her from going to work.

In this latest episode of PRsonal, Ashleigh bravely opens up to host Charlotte Nichols about the abuse - from physical abuse from being forced to keep her mobile on airplane mode.

And even one terrifying threat of being chopped up.

Ashleigh, who is the MD of Westray Recruitment Group, bravely shares her story.

This episode is potentially triggering, and if you believe you are a victim of domestic abuse please visit https://refuge.org.uk/

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'I realised in my 30s that I had a superpower' - Meet Rob Boville

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Rob Boville was in his 30s before he realised he had a 'superpower'.

That's when he was diagnosed as an autistic savant.

And on this episode of PRsonal, the co-founder of BearTech and Automate Legal sits down with host Charlotte Nichols to delve into just what his 'superpower' means.

From never needing a notepad to having an IQ of 168 the Tees business leader talks about everything from neurodiversity in the business community to Benson Boone - and how he broke his public speaking duck in front of over 12,000 people.

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'I'm just nine - but I'm helping others who have lost a parent': Meet Nat and Daisy Mathison

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0000

This is one of the most heartbreaking episodes of PRsonal to date.

Aged just three, Daisy Mathison lost her dad - Daley- in a tragic bike crash at the Isle of Man TT.

And on this episode, both Daisy and her mum, Nat, sit down with host Charlotte Nichols to bravely talk about that fateful day in 2019.

Nat relives the 'hardest ten minutes of her life', while Daisy discusses the incredible book she's written to help other children who have lost a parent.

This is a unique, powerful episode of PRsonal - and a huge thank you to our incredible guests.

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End of Year Episode 2025

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0000

It is the most wonderful time of the year...

...that's right. When the tables are turned on Charlotte Nichols!

PRsonal's host makes her annual visit to he hotseat as she reflects on another year of podcasting and PR.

Sitting down with guest host and podcasting guru Ashleigh King, Charlotte talks about her show highlights from the past 12 months - from the most heartbreaking moments to her most interesting guests - whilst also reflecting on her own life on the back of what she admits was the 'worst year of her life'.

Have a merry Christmas and New Year - and here's to a brilliant 2026!

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Episode 80: ‘I was in a Hollywood blockbuster – but Simon Cowell cost me a job’ meet Dominic Colenso

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0000

Dominic Colenso is... go!

And for Thunderbirds fans, the latest name in the PRsonal hotseat will need no introduction.

He played Virgil Tracy in the Hollywood adaptation of the classic British TV show,
But besides sharing the screen with A-listers like Ben Kingsley and Bill Paxton, Dominic is also a keynote speaker and author.

He chats with host Charlotte Nichols about walking the red carpet, sumo wrestlers and losing a big role due to Simon Cowell.

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Told she’d never walk again – how Leigh Ferguson rebuilt her life, her career and her joy

Harvey & Hugo — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Leigh Ferguson is a partner at law firm Hay & Kilner, a widow, a mum – and a woman who was told she would never walk again after four seizures in one day left her with a catastrophic spinal cord injury.

In this powerful episode, Leigh opens up about living with paralysis, constant pain, hidden shame, survival mode, grief after losing her husband, and what it really takes to rebuild your identity, career and joy.

This is a raw, hopeful conversation about love, loss, disability, resilience – and learning to live, not just survive.

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I escaped the Iranian revolution – Meet Homes by Carlton founder, Norm Peterson

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0000

Homes by Carlton founder Norm Peterson is a leading North East businessman.
But his career could have been very different.

As a footballing wonderkid, he signed for Hull City and from George Best to playing under Brian Clough, Norm shares story of a brief career cruelly cut short by a “freak” injury.

Since then, Norm has grown Homes by Carlton into an award-winning housebuilder and also founded Growth Capital Ventures.

And on this episode of PRsonal, he also shares his career insights with host Charlotte Nichols.

From fleeing the Iranian revolution with the help of a former SAS soldier to the art of pulling a perfect pint, Norm reflects on an incredible career – and a life very well lived.

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‘I’ve lost two children in 18 months – the worst part was saying goodbye’ - Meet Matty Hynes

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 23:00:00 -0000

The pain suffered by Matty Hynes and his family in the past 18 months has been unimaginable.

In that time, both Matty and his partner have tragically lost two children to the same one in 500,000 condition.

In this heartbreaking episode of PRsonal, Matty – a former GB distance runner - talks about saying goodbye, trying to heal, his partner’s incredible strength and his instinctive desire as a dad to protect his family.

This is a very emotional episode, but one Matty describes as ‘cathartic’ as he talks about grief and the brief time he spent with both – and the one glimmer of light amidst the agony.

If this episode affects you personally, please visit www.tommys.org/ for support.

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Episode 76: School wasn't easy for Doug Dinwiddie

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0000

School wasn't easy for Doug Dinwiddie.

From being bullied at an early age to becoming the self-confessed 'naughty one', he had a torrid time in education (and a 'brutal' nickname to boot).

But it hasn't held him back in business.

The founder of marketing agency Maitland sits down with host Charlotte to talk about those tough early years.

But the former golf caddie also discusses his love of the fairway, his family and deep-rooted desire to provide for generations of them to come.

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'I had a heart attack at 34': Meet VooDink founder, Ryan Watson

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Aged 34, the unexpected happened to Ryan Watson.

He suffered a heart attack.

Despite being super fit and training six times a week, Ryan needed an emergency quadruple bypass.

In this episode of PRsonal, Ryan discusses how a dull pain escalated into a life-or-death situation.

Ryan survived and has since founded the elite pickleball paddle manufacturer, VooDink.

He sits down with host Charlotte to talk through his brush with death - and how he's forever grateful to a nurse for saving his life.

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‘You need to lose weight – or you won’t see your children grow up’ - Meet Founder of Inspired HR, Nikki Masterman

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0000

With a BMI of over 61, a doctor gave new mum Nikki Masterman a stark warning.
Lose weight – or you wouldn’t live to see your children grow-up.

In this episode of PRsonal, Nikki, founder of Inspired HR, discusses everything from her ten stone weight loss journey to the agony of losing a friend who also underwent gastric surgery – only for it to end tragically.

She sits down with host Charlotte Nichols to talk about her lifelong struggle with weight, having ADHD and how she’s overcome a raft of health conditions to enjoy a brighter future with her family.

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From Proper Mint to Pro Wrestling: Adam Foster on Shreddy, storytelling & chasing the WWE dream

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 23:00:00 -0000

In this high-energy episode of the PRsonal Podcast, Charlotte sits down with Adam Foster — marketing agency director, university lecturer, bodybuilder, and professional wrestler, better known to fans as Shreddy.

Behind the muscles and the bravado is a story of grit, charisma, and the pursuit of a childhood dream. Adam shares how a YouTube channel born from porridge oats and persistence became the launchpad for a wrestling persona, and how years later, “Shreddy” is inseparable from Adam himself.

But this isn’t just about wrestling moves or marketing wins. Adam opens up about what it takes to tell a story in the ring, why charisma outweighs technical perfection, and how the discipline of bodybuilding shapes every part of his life. From standing ringside at WWE Smackdown to competing on the bodybuilding stage in Australia, his journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless ambition.

We explore:

The origins of Shreddy and why persona matters as much as performance
Wrestling as storytelling — good guys, villains, and the emotion between the moves
Building a business that fits life, not the other way around
The discipline of bodybuilding, and why diet trumps everything
Wrestling for WWE (almost) and what it means to keep chasing the dream
How identity, ambition, and authenticity collide inside and outside the ring

Adam’s story is proof that you don’t need to choose one path when you can build your own. Whether he’s lecturing, lifting, or lacing up his boots, he’s living the lesson that success isn’t about being one thing — it’s about showing up fully in all the things you love.

This is an episode for anyone who’s ever juggled different passions, fought against stereotypes, or wondered if they could really turn childhood dreams into adult realities. With honesty, humour, and a spark of showmanship, Adam reminds us that the best stories — in wrestling and in life — are the ones that connect.

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“I had to ask myself, who am I without rugby?” Sean Brown’s Story of burnout & reinvention

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this powerful episode of The PRsonal Podcast, we meet Sean Brown, ex-professional rugby player, founder of the Petsercise Group, and now the straight-talking TV dog trainer featured on Channel 4’s Bad Dog Academy.
But behind the spotlight and social media highlights lies a story of grit, identity loss, emotional burnout, and the unglamorous truth of starting again from scratch.

Sean opens up with rare honesty about what it’s really like to fall from a childhood dream - after devastating injuries shattered his career in elite sport - and how he channelled that same relentless discipline into building one of the UK’s most innovative and emotionally-driven dog training and therapy businesses.

This episode is a deeply human reminder that success often comes after the fall, and that resilience isn’t always loud, sometimes it’s just showing up, again and again, when no one’s watching.

If you’ve ever felt lost, burnt out, or like you had to prove yourself all over again, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.

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More than a teen mum: Katelyn Young on breaking cycles, building legacies & becoming a leader

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this emotionally charged episode of the PRsonal Podcast, we sit down with Katelyn Young, founder of Juin, to uncover the real story behind the woman, the mother, and the mission. At just 17, Katelyn’s world changed with two pink lines and a heartbeat. What followed was a journey that defied every stereotype, battled every expectation, and reshaped her understanding of family, identity, and resilience.

Raised by her beloved nana June in the wake of her mother’s mental health and addiction struggles, Katelyn opens up about what it truly meant to break the cycle and become a parent before even finishing her A-levels. With raw honesty, she shares her early experiences of raising her daughter Ivy while juggling education, work, and a determination to build something greater, something rooted in purpose, not pity.

We explore:

• The emotional realities of becoming a teen mum
• Breaking free from societal stigma and rewriting your own story
• Coping with postnatal depression and learning to prioritise mental health
• The influence of generational trauma, and how to stop it in its tracks
• Why grit, not age, defines your ability to raise a child or run a business
• Navigating life with ADHD and channelling it into entrepreneurial drive

Katelyn’s story isn’t one of perfection. It’s one of presence, perseverance, and profound emotional growth. From hospital scares and childhood wounds to unshakable love and self-awareness, Katelyn reveals how her daughter became her ‘why’, and how her nana, even in death, remains her guiding light.

This is an episode for mothers, daughters, business owners, and anyone who’s ever felt the weight of expectation. It’s for those navigating difficult family relationships, healing from the past, or learning to forgive without forgetting. And it’s for the dreamers - especially the young ones - who’ve been told they can’t, when all they needed was someone to believe they could.

Katelyn’s voice is vulnerable and strong, her wisdom shaped by lived experience and a heart determined to do better. She doesn’t just talk about resilience, she lives it.

If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your path, or your potential, this episode will meet you there.

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Psychic power, trauma, and the spirit world - Laurie Watkins Unfiltered

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0000

What happens when you grow up talking to spirits - and realise they’re not imaginary?

In this captivating episode of the PRSonal Podcast, Charlotte Nichols sits down with Laurie Watkins, a psychic medium, holistic therapist, educator, and business owner who shares her astonishing journey into the metaphysical world. From childhood encounters with spiritual guides to full-blown mediumship and channeling, Laurie gives us an intimate look at what it’s really like to live between two worlds.

With raw honesty and emotional depth, Laurie also opens up about her personal challenges: growing up with loss, navigating psychic burnout, surviving attempted kidnappings, and overcoming financial and emotional hardship.

This is not your average podcast episode, it’s an eye-opening, soul-expanding conversation about energy, healing, and human resilience.

Whether you're spiritually curious or already awakened, this episode will give you goosebumps, healing insights, and plenty to reflect on.

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The power of voice: Ben Pechey on identity, law & living authentically

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0000

In this emotionally powerful episode of the PRsonal Podcast, host Charlotte Nichols is joined by Ben Pechey – author, LGBTQIA+ educator, consultant, and content creator – for a candid conversation about identity, advocacy, allyship, and navigating life in the face of discriminatory legal guidance.

Ben shares their raw response to the UK Supreme Court’s recent decision on the legal definition of a woman, offering vital clarity on how such rulings affect the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of trans and non-binary communities. With openness and vulnerability, they discuss the real-life impact of growing up during the Section 28 era, being bullied at school, and the ongoing challenges of being a visible trans person online.

From the emotional weight of content creation to their advocacy for inclusive workplace policies and mental health support, Ben reminds us of the importance of creating spaces that are educational, affirming, and rooted in compassion.

PRsonal socials:

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Menopause, ADHD & ageism in midlife: Sharon Sinclair Williams on growing bold

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this bold and honest episode of the PRsonal Podcast, host Charlotte Nichols meets Sharon Sinclair Williams - TEDx speaker, founder of The Digital Gene, and director at SSW Consulting - for a candid conversation on what it truly means to grow older as a woman in a world that isn’t always built for you.

Together, they dive into Sharon’s late ADHD diagnosis at 60, her mental health struggles through perimenopause, and the shocking grief of losing her brother to suicide. From working in male-dominated tech spaces to reclaiming her identity postmenopause, Sharon reveals how she built emotional resilience, discovered EFT tapping, and finally embraced her neurodivergent brain—and why now, in her 60s, she feels more powerful than ever.

Whether you’re navigating menopause, struggling with midlife reinvention, or simply looking for a story that proves it’s never too late to start over, this episode will move and motivate you.

Watch Sharon’s TEDx Talk:

📍 “Bolder and Older” – Sharon Sinclair Williams, TEDxTeesside Women
🔗 Available on YouTube

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Ep 67: One slice of cake… and I was unable to walk: Kelly Smith on living with coeliac disease and discovering autism as an adult

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 28 May 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the PRsonal Podcast, host Charlotte Nichols sits down with Kelly Smith, designer and founder of Spelk Studio, for a conversation that peels back the layers on living with invisible illness and late-diagnosed neurodiversity.

Kelly recounts a shocking turning point in her health journey - the moment she was accidentally served the wrong cake. It seemed harmless, but that single slice containing gluten triggered a severe autoimmune reaction. Within weeks, her muscles began to seize, and soon, she was unable to walk. What followed were endless neurological tests, including investigations for MS and motor neurone disease, but no definitive answers. The cause? A serious reaction from undiagnosed coeliac disease.

But that’s only part of Kelly’s story.

As a mother navigating her son’s early development, Kelly began to notice signs that he might be autistic. In researching and advocating for him, she came to a powerful and life-changing realisation: she, too, was likely autistic. Her later-in-life autism diagnosis brought understanding to decades of social struggles, miscommunications, and professional barriers.

She opens up about how gluten left her unable to walk and why coeliac disease is far more serious than a food fad; the emotional toll of living with an invisible illness; her journey of self-discovery through parenting; the impact of undiagnosed autism on her school years, friendships, and career; the lasting trauma caused by childhood bullying; and her decision to start a business that supports both her neurodiverse son and ageing parents.

Kelly’s honesty is refreshing and eye-opening. This episode is essential listening for anyone affected by gluten intolerance, autoimmune conditions, neurodiversity, or mental health challenges and for anyone who wants to better support those around them.

Through tears, humour, and hard-earned wisdom, Kelly reminds us that every story is worth hearing , and that understanding what’s beneath the surface can make all the difference.

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Episode 66: Canine wellness, shamanic wisdom and wolves: A conversation with Dr. Isla Fishburn

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:00 -0000

In one of our most spiritually expansive episodes to date, The PRsonal Podcast welcomes conservation biologist, canine wellness intuitive, and shamanic practitioner, Dr. Isla Fishburn. This soul-stirring conversation is a raw, courageous, and deeply healing exploration of mental health, trauma, spirituality, and the sacred relationship between humans, animals, and the natural world.

Dr. Isla Fishburn opens up about a pivotal and devastating chapter in her life when she contemplated suicide. Speaking from a place of vulnerability and strength, she recounts the life-changing moment she was stopped by a whisper from the Earth itself. Sitting distraught beneath a tree in a North Devon woodland, she heard the words “You are enough” a message she believes came directly from the spirit of the tree. This moment of connection would become the anchor that kept her alive, reminding her of her worth when everything else in her life felt broken.

This episode explores the power of nature as healer a concept central to Isla’s work with dogs and wildlife. She discusses how her wolf-dog, Tonila, also saved her life during this dark period, offering unconditional love and a reason to stay. Her journey from suicidal despair to spiritual awakening is not just an emotional story of survival, but a testament to the healing intelligence that exists within all life forms, including our animal companions.

As a channeler of animal consciousness, Isla introduces us to a world where science and spirituality not only coexist, but collaborate. Drawing on her PhD in conservation biology and her spiritual practice, she invites us to consider dogs and other animals not as pets, but as sentient souls, here with us for spiritual purpose, partnership, and teaching. She shares how wolves, in particular, model embodiment, presence, and community offering lessons about unconditional love, sacred boundaries, and the healing power of non-verbal communication.

Listeners will come away from this episode with a new perspective on intuitive living, the significance of emotional healing, and the soul medicine animals can offer. Dr. Fishburn explains how our fur companions often reflect our internal emotional landscape, holding up a mirror for personal growth and deeper connection. Her powerful insights into interspecies communication, energetic trauma, and ancestral healing resonate not only with spiritual seekers, but with anyone navigating life’s emotional depths.

This episode also confronts societal taboos around mental health and suicide. Isla’s story shines a light on the often silent suffering many endure, while offering hope through self-trust, spiritual practice, and the courage to feel deeply. Her voice reminds us that healing is not a destination, but a lifelong dance with discomfort, trust, and love.

Whether you’re curious about animal communication, navigating your own healing journey, or seeking a reminder that you are enough, this conversation with Dr. Isla Fishburn is not to be missed.

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Ep 65: The day I nearly didn’t come home: Kayleigh Laverick journey from trauma to transformation.

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 07 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What happens when your entire identity shatters in a single moment? In this raw and deeply moving episode of The PRsonal Podcast, host Charlotte Nichols sits down with Kayleigh Laverick – founder of Mama Social Co – to share a conversation that is not just about motherhood, but about survival, silence, identity, and the transformative power of connection.

After a traumatic emergency C-section with her second child, followed by a near-death experience, Kayleigh found herself spiralling into undiagnosed PTSD and postnatal mental health crisis. What followed was a terrifying period of night terrors, overwhelming loneliness, emotional numbness, and a moment of suicidal ideation that changed everything. In that dark forest, with her baby strapped to her chest and an unimaginable decision playing out in her mind, Kayleigh reached a turning point.

From that moment came something remarkable.

Mama Social Co was born not as a business, but as a lifeline. What began as a single Facebook post inviting other struggling parents for a walk turned into a national movement of more than 60,000 mothers, fathers, and caregivers supporting each other daily through real, offline connection.

In this episode, Kayleigh opens up about:

The silence that often surrounds postnatal mental health and why many mothers suffer behind smiles
How she and her husband navigated trauma, therapy, and detachment to rebuild their relationship
The emotional and physical aftermath of a traumatic birth – and why we need to talk about sex, healing, and identity as part of the maternal journey
The power of real-world community in an increasingly digital and disconnected world
Why she refuses to charge parents for connection – and how Mama Social Co partners with brands to keep access free for all

This episode isn’t filtered or sugar-coated. It’s a conversation that peels back the layers of curated motherhood and speaks to the heart of what it means to be human, to hurt, to heal, and to help others rise alongside you.

Whether you’re a new parent, a birth partner, or someone who’s ever felt lost in the noise of perfection, Kayleigh honesty and strength will move you. Her story is proof that even from the deepest pain, something beautiful can grow – and that no one should ever have to do it alone.

Warning: This episode contains discussions of traumatic birth, PTSD, and suicide ideation.

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Episode 64: From pavement to hospital bed: The brutal moment that changed Cat Neill’s life forever

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the PRsonal Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Cat Neil, a mortgage advisor whose life was turned upside down in February 2024 — and who has since emerged as a powerful voice for resilience, vulnerability, and healing.

Cat was nearing the end of a 5K training run when she was suddenly hit by a car while on the pavement — an incident so severe it left her with an open fracture to her leg, sparking a medical journey that would involve nine operations, including two 11-hour limb-saving surgeries, skin grafts, leech therapy, and blood transfusions. But as harrowing as her physical injuries were, it’s Cat’s mental and emotional resilience that shines brightest in this deeply moving conversation.

She shares, with raw honesty, the silent battles she fought behind closed doors: learning to depend on others for basic needs, grieving the loss of her old body and identity, and the exhausting mental energy of navigating a world that expects visible healing. Her story exposes the often unseen reality of life after trauma — where the hardest work is done quietly, long after the headlines fade.

Despite it all, Cat’s mindset is nothing short of extraordinary. A lifelong journaler, she turned to writing, mantras like “safe, happy, healthy, loved”, and the grounding belief that “your mind is limitless” to carry herself through. With emotional intelligence, she speaks candidly about the importance of therapy, support systems, self-compassion, and the power of showing up — even imperfectly.

But this is not just a story about survival – it's a raw and unfiltered exploration of resilience, mindset, and healing. Cat speaks with remarkable vulnerability about:

• Facing trauma and physical recovery head-on
• The quiet power of journaling and mindset work
• Grieving her former self and rediscovering confidence
• How trauma impacts relationships and intimacy
• The emotional weight of relying on others and regaining autonomy
• Her evolving relationship with her body, and the strength it still carries

Cat’s message is clear: You are stronger than you think. And even in your darkest moments, you can choose to keep going — hour by hour, day by day.
Whether you're navigating your own healing journey or supporting someone who is, this episode is a powerful reminder that recovery isn’t linear, and that resilience is a daily decision.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 63: Design, death & dignity: Zara King on grief, identity and being fearlessly herself

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

In one of the most moving episodes of the PRsonal Podcast to date, host Charlotte Nichols sits down with Zara King — a product designer, storyteller, and founder of Zara King Designs, the first female-owned product design company in Teesside. But Zara’s story goes far beyond products and patents. This is an unforgettable conversation about grief, identity, love, and the human drive to create meaning from pain.

At just 16, Zara lost her father — and with little support or preparation, found herself navigating the trauma, logistics, and legacy of death alone. It was a defining moment that shaped her perspective on life, purpose, and how we care for others when they’re gone. That deeply personal experience later inspired her passion project: The Lovely Life of Bean, an interactive children’s book designed to gently introduce the concepts of death, euthanasia, and legacy through the life of a fictional dog named Bean — from birth to planting his memory in a garden.

Zara doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable. Whether it’s advocating for better end-of-life education, redesigning the overlooked bedpan, or challenging assumptions in a male-dominated design world, she’s on a mission to “fix the forgotten” — using empathy and innovation to bring dignity back to the details most people ignore.

She also opens up about her experience of coming out in the early 2000s, how attitudes have evolved since, and the quiet prejudices she and her wife still face today. Through it all, Zara remains grounded, funny, and deeply self-aware — a woman driven not by ego, but by impact.

This isn’t just a podcast episode — it’s a reminder that even the heaviest experiences can be turned into something healing. That design isn’t always about the next shiny object — sometimes, it’s about a better bedpan, a child’s understanding of loss, or a dignified end.

Listen now to discover how Zara King is redesigning the narrative — one act of compassion, one story, and one brave step at a time

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Episode 62: 'Am I going to die?': Nicola Wood on battling cancer at just 36

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

When multi-award-winning entrepreneur, trichologist, and cancer activist Nicola Wood was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 36, her first question was, “Am I going to die?” But her second question was just as telling: “Am I going to lose my hair?”

In this deeply personal episode of the PRsonal Podcast, Nicola shares how her own journey with cancer changed not just her body, but her identity, her business, and her purpose. Hair had been at the heart of Nicola’s life since she was 12 — and losing it during treatment uncovered a grief that many underestimate.

Through powerful storytelling, she breaks the silence around the emotional toll of hair loss — not just for cancer patients, but for anyone who has ever struggled with self-image and femininity.
From building a pioneering hair loss support business, to helping over 15,000 people reclaim their dignity, to raising her young son while battling treatment, Nicola’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and radical empathy.

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Episode 61: From trauma to verse: How Michael Lewis found his voice amidst grief and life with bipolar disorder

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this moving episode of PRsonal, British poet Michael Lewis shares his powerful and emotional journey of living with Bipolar Affective Disorder, a mental health condition he's managed since receiving his diagnosis at just 16 years old. Michael candidly speaks with host Charlotte about the realities of navigating daily life with bipolar disorder, describing in vivid detail the intensity of psychosis, the persistent struggle with paranoia, and the complexities of maintaining relationships amidst rapidly fluctuating highs and lows.

Michael’s story delves into some of life's darkest moments, including the profound trauma and grief experienced following the devastating loss of his father, who was tragically murdered. It was during these challenging times that Michael discovered poetry as more than an artistic pursuit—it became a critical means of processing his emotions, confronting his pain, and ultimately, facilitating his recovery.

He also addresses common misconceptions surrounding bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and mental illness, advocating for greater empathy, understanding, and acceptance. He openly discusses the transformative impact medication and therapy have had on his life, emphasising the importance of mental health support in achieving stability and wellbeing.

Michael describes his intriguing exploration of spirituality, including his personal experiences with supernatural encounters and his profound belief in reincarnation. He shares compelling anecdotes that challenge perceptions of life, death, and existence beyond our immediate understanding.

Prepare for a deeply honest, vulnerable, and ultimately inspiring conversation that will resonate with anyone impacted by mental health issues, grief, or trauma. Michael Lewis' story shines a powerful light on resilience, creativity, and the extraordinary strength found in openly confronting our vulnerabilities, transforming them into captivating poetry that touches lives and fosters genuine connection.

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Episode 60: ‘They drank eight pints at work!’– Meet Northern Insight’s Michael Grahamslaw

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0000

He’s the man behind one of the North East’s most popular business magazines.

Now it is time for Northern Insight founder Michael Grahamslaw to tell his story on PRsonal.
Tragically, Michael recalls the night he lost both his parents.

However, Michael, who has spent decades in the North East’s media industry, also shares some of the highs from his career including a chance encounter with Queen to the booze-fuelled fun of working at a newspaper during the industry’s heyday.

And there’s also an appearance on Countdown along the way…

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Episode 59: Addiction to empowerment: Hannah Harvey on sobriety, divorce & self-discovery

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

In this powerful episode of PRsonal, Charlotte Nichols sits down with Hannah Harvey, author of How to Divorce Sober, award-winning blogger, and podcaster. Hannah shares her deeply personal journey through addiction, sobriety, and divorce, shedding light on the challenges of navigating relationships, motherhood, and self-discovery.

From the pressures of a workplace drinking culture to the emotional toll of separation, Hannah opens up about the struggles she faced and the transformative steps she took towards healing. Together, Charlotte and Hannah discuss the impact of codependency, the power of mindfulness, and the importance of learning to sit with difficult emotions.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking empowerment, clarity, and inspiration to take control of their own story.

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Episode 58: Turning pain into purpose: How Maaz Rahman honored his wife's legacy

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -0000

Maaz Rahman lost the love of his life just weeks after she gave birth to their second child.

In this deeply moving episode of PRsonal, Maaz shares the devastating loss of his wife Saerah, who passed away from a rare lung condition, and how he navigated the unimaginable as a single father of two young children.

Maaz, managing director of Dynamo Kings and founder of Zizu’s Daycare, speaks with host Charlotte Nichols about turning grief into purpose, honoring Saerah’s legacy and the power of resilience.

He also opens up about the mental toll of loss, breaking cultural stigmas around men and emotions, and finding healing through conversations and connection.

And on a lighter note, his wonderful therapy dog, Madi.

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Episode 57: ‘I don’t even remember Christmas as a child’ – meet Selena Blain

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 03:00:00 -0000

Darlington entrepreneur Selena Blain has been a beautician to the stars.

However, the owner of Cocoon opens up to host Charlotte Nichols about a childhood so dark she remembers almost none of it.

In this gripping episode of PRsonal , Selena discusses the traumatic incidents that cast a huge shadow over her early years – as well as the highs and lows of juggling business ownership with being a single parent.

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Episode 56: Grief, Healing & Motherhood: Ashleigh King's Inspiring Journey of Resilience

Harvey & Hugo — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:00:00 -0000

Ashleigh King has been through a lot in her life from experiencing sexual trauma to the murder of her best friend.

As podcast studio owner of Flamingo Heights, she hasn’t let this stop her from being the magnificent force of nature that she is today.

Hear how the birth of her daughter helped heal her and the struggles and juggles of running a business as a new Mum in episode 56 of the PRsonal Podcast.

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Episode 55: Scars, stories and a guest host – Charlotte Nichols looks back at 2024

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

2024 has been quite the year on PRsonal.

And as regular host Charlotte Nichols outlines, absolutely nothing has been off limits.

However, on this special end-of-the-year edition, she hands over hosting duties to former guest Michaela Reaney as the pair go over some of the most memorable episodes of 2024.

From the most dramatic moments to behind-the-scenes gossip, the pair discuss the past 12 months of the podcast – and Charlotte even has exciting news of a brand new project in the new year,

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Episode 54: ‘My body doubled in size’ -Chris Carroll on his two brushes with death.

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Chris Carroll has nearly died.

Twice.

In this dramatic episode of PRsonal, Chris discusses both brushes with death – from the operation that almost took a tragic turn to the ‘cold’ that turned into a fight for his life.

And Chris, who founded MGC Agency, discusses managing Crohn’s Disease with host Charlotte Nichols, battling bulimia, and his firm belief in the afterlife – after ‘seeing the light’ as he lay in a hospital bed fighting for his life.

Not to be missed.

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Episode 53 - ’I’ve lived with terminal cancer for 17 years:’ Meet Laura Ashurst

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000

In 2001, mum-of-two Laura Ashurst was diagnosed with cancer.

Six years later, she was told it was incurable.

On this incredible episode of PRsonal, the wellbeing coach sits down with host Charlotte Nichols to discuss how she’s become one of the longest stage-four cancer survivors.

Having been told in 2007 that she had between three months and two years left to live, Laura recalls how she tried having one final ‘cancer-free Christmas’ with her children – who she has now been able to watch grow into young adults.

She discusses how drugs have played a crucial role, along with the power of mindfulness – while she also explains why she’s working to change the language used by the media around cancer.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 52: ‘My son never returned home’: Meet Premier Tech’s Nick Pope

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Nick Pope admits he’s in a club nobody wants to join.

He lost his son.

Aged just 19, student Charlie Pope tragically drowned in a Manchester canal following a night out during the ‘Beast from the East’ storm.

On this highly emotional episode of PRsonal, Nick reflects on the tragedy and how he’s handled living through every parent's worst nightmare.

And Nick, who is Managing Director at Premier Tech Water and Environment, talks with host Charlotte Nichol about the support available, the impact the tragedy had on Charlie’s siblings, but also the positive legacy the family has campaigned for.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 51: ‘I’ve not had a bacon butty in six years’: Meet superfit CEO Pete Wilkinson

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Pete Wilkinson’s body is 15 years younger than he is.

A lifetime devotion to physical fitness has left Peter in incredible shape – with the CEO and founder of Reclaro tackling ironman triathlons and still getting PBs in his 50s.

In this episode of PRsonal, he reveals how he juggles running a business with an intense training regime – along with the physical and mental toll of completing in ultra-tough events.

If you need an injection of motivation today, this episode is for you; From the benefits of exercise in running a business to the power of a routine - it will have you heading straight to a spinning class – and binning your bacon.

(There’s a very good reason Pete hasn’t touched a bacon butty in years – tune in to find out why)

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Episode 50 - ‘It was the darkest hour’ - meet Halo Project founder Yasmin Khan

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0000

This is the 50th episode of PRsonal – and we’ve marked it with a rather special live episode.

Filmed in front of a packed audience at TedXTeessideWomen, host Charlotte Nichols is joined live on stage by Halo Project founder Yasmin Khan.

An awe-inspiring guest, Yasmin reveals how she has relentlessly campaigned to tackle domestic abuse, forced marriage, and honour-based violence.

She reveals the horrific abuse she’s experienced herself – from growing up in the era of the National Front to the ‘darkest hour’ of the recent race riots in Middlesbrough.

And Yasmin also addresses her work in campaigning for the tragic murder of Middlesbrough mum Jessica Patel to be recognised as an honour killing.

Enjoy this unique 50th episode of PRsonal.

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Episode 49 - IVF, cancer and an unwavering faith: Meet OOK Agency founder Max Freer

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Max Freer has faced her fair share of challenges on the road to success.

At the age of just eight, her dad was diagnosed with cancer while her sister was born disabled.

Then she spent five years trying for IVF – only to almost lose one of her twins to sepsis on his first birthday.

On this episode of PRsonal, she talks with host Charlotte about her journey to motherhood and how her Catholic faith has helped her deal with life’s hurdles.

And she also discussed how, aged 23 and unemployed, a meeting changed the course of her career – which ultimately resulted in her founding OOK Agency.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 48 - Heartbreak and heavy metal: Meet rock doctor Mark Deeks

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0000

Music is a huge part of Mark Deeks’ life.

As a speaker and piano teacher (with a PHD in heavy metal), music is a huge part of Mark Deeks’ life.

As is his family – and on this episode of PRsonal, he reveals experiencing the agonising moment ‘every parent dreads’ during his daughter’s 20-week scan.

He talks to host Charlotte about the heartache of losing his daughter during pregnancy, but also the joy of finally becoming a dad.

And Mark also reveals two moments on his journey involving music that gave Charlotte ‘goosebumps’.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 47 - ‘I haven’t even told my family this’: Meet Lisa Gosnay

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

At 29, Lisa Gosnay visited her GP for her first ever set of blood tests.

Overnight, her world changed forever.

In this episode of PRsonal, she reveals how a phone call at the end of work was the start of a life-changing battle with aplastic anemia.

She opens up about undergoing involved gruelling stem cells transplants, how she’s relied on over 100 bags of donated blood – and a five-month hospital stay during the height of the covid pandemic.

Lisa talks with host Charlotte about how the point she asked to stop treatment - and shares something she’d never even discussed with her family.

But there’s also hope, as she discusses her road out of the darkness, and meeting her stem cell donor – and having her family watch the procedure via Zoom.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 46: ’I run a cat and dog shelter’: Meet animal lover Chris Bray

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 23:00:00 -0000

As an animal lover, Chris Bray has many people’s dream job.

He’s Chief Executive at Newcastle Cat and Dog Shelter – and on this episode of PRsonal he talks abut the reality of working to find animals their forever homes.

From the XL Bully ban to the impact the cost-of-living crisis on pet ownership, Chris also discusses the big issues currently facing the shelter.

But he also discusses deeper theological issues, including how breathing, mindfulness – and even washing the dishes – helps to give him focus.

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 45: ‘I was literally pulling the hair out my head’: Meet Sage’s Ronnie Peet

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Ronnie Peet has superpowers.

And in this episode of PRsonal, he delves into them – as well as his neurodiversity.

Sage’s Global IT Director opens up about how his hidden ADHD resulted in him failing his exams and, quite literally, left him pulling his own hair out.

Having been diagnosed only five years ago, he also discusses how the late diagnosis left him in tears – but how conditions such as ADHD have benefited his IT career.

And he also reveals how he’s binned the booze – in favour of an addiction to white chocolate Magnums!

Ronnie's socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnie-peet-161a5431/

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 44: ‘It was the worst train journey of my life’ – Meet Alec Berry

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Alec Berry remembers the worst train journey of his life.

Racing home from London, he didn’t know if his baby boy would still be alive.

Little Joseph, who is now nine, has a heart condition. So far, he’s required eight major operations – including open heart surgery.

In this episode of PRsonal, Alec discusses the family’s journey, from coping with mental health to holding his son’s hand on the operating table.

Alec, who is the Associate Director at Accenture, also discusses the power of therapy – and makes a frank admission about university life.

Alec's socials:

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Twitter: https://x.com/alecberry

PRsonal socials:

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Episode 43: ‘I help couples split for a living’: Meet break-up and divorce coach Sarah Pike

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Sarah Pike is a break-up and divorce coach.

And in this episode of PRsonal, she delves into her own divorce and outlines why you shouldn’t be scared to ‘grieve’ for a relationship that doesn’t work out.

She also shares her wisdom and guidance on love, life, and relationships – from learning to heal to discussing why a divorce is the second most traumatic life event.

Having started as a model, Sarah also discusses how she was thrust into the cut-throat industry while she was still in school – as well as the dark moment in which she attempted suicide.

Sarah socials

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-pike-404666154/details/experience/

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Episode 42: ‘My world went black’: Astrid Blake shares her stillbirth story

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Astrid Blake’s story will break your heart.

Having longed for a baby, she couldn’t wait to be a mum.

Then, in Astrid’s words, everything went black. Her whole world suddenly vanished.

Astrid suffered a stillbirth.

In perhaps the most emotional episode of PRsonal to date, Astrid discusses that life-altering event with host Charlotte Nichols.

From holding her beautiful baby, Lyra, to coping in the aftermath, Astrid bravely shares her experience – and how meditation and the power of nature helped.

Socials

Astrid

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliceandastrid?originalSubdomain=uk

Facebook - Astrid Blake, Creative Consultant | Facebook

Instagram - Astrid Blake (@astrid_c_blake) • Instagram photos and videos

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Episode 41: ‘Help, my insides just fell out!’

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Just over ten years ago, Gemma Holmes’ intestines fell out.

Yes, you read that right.

It was shocking. It was sudden – and incredibly dramatic.

And on this dramatic episode of PRsonal, Gemma tells the full story about what happened shortly after childbirth.

And Gemma, who is Talentheads’ business development manager, also discusses the highs and lows of raising a son with autism, fighting skin cancer – and the reason she always wants to holiday near a hospital.

Socials

Gemma

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PRsonal Ep 40: ‘I checked for a bomb every time I got in the car’

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Michelle Minnikin isn’t very fond of people in balaclavas.

Perhaps that isn’t so surprising, given she grew up in Northern Ireland during the height of the troubles.

The psychologist, coach and author tells host Charlotte Nichols how, as a child, she had to check for a bomb underneath the family car using nothing but a mirror on a stick – even when she just popped to the shop.

And in this fascinating episode of PRsonal, she also discusses her ADHD diagnosis – which didn’t come until she was in her 40s.

Socials

Michelle

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mminnikin/?originalSubdomain=uk

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Ep 39: ‘The voice on the phone said ‘I think I’m your daddy’”

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 28 May 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Natalie Silva knows the sadness of losing her parents.

As a toddler, she was placed in an orphanage due to a deadly civil war in El Salvador.

After being adopted and brought to Britain, she tragically lost both her adoptive parents by the age of 15.

In this emotional episode of PRsonal, Natalie, the director of Thumbs Up Marketing, talks about how it all shaped her – and how becoming a mum herself helped heal her.

Natalie shares her wisdom around coping with adversity, loss – and using Google to help track down her long-lost father.

Socials

Natalie Silva

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliesimmons82/

Thumbs Up Marketing

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThumbsupmarketingUK/

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Episode 38: 'You never get over it': The sorrow of losing a child. Meet Louise Woods

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 14 May 2024 23:00:00 -0000

It should have been a holiday full of memories the family cherished forever.

But within hours of flying home, Louise Woods’ five-year-old son, Will, was diagnosed with cancer.

Just three days later, he tragically died.

In this highly emotional episode of PRsonal, Louise discusses those fateful 72 hours and the impact Will’s death had on both herself and her family.

In the decade since Will’s death, she’s helped to raise around £150,000 via The Good Will Cause, which was set up in his memory.

And on the show, Louise also offers advice to any parent who has gone through the same anguish – and reveals the little things she does to help keep Will’s memory alive.

Louise’s socials

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-woods-ab583a37/?originalSubdomain=uk

Good Will Cause

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Episode 37: ‘They had an Alsatian and they would regularly set that on us.” Meet community and business champion, Ammar

Harvey & Hugo — Thu, 02 May 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Ammar grew up in Newcastle immersed in racism.

From name-calling to having Alsatians set on him, Ammar built resilience from a young age.

From riches to rags, family life growing up wasn’t always easy growing up, but that is what has shaped Ammar into the kind and successful man he is today, always encouraging inclusion and collaboration in everything that he does.

Constantly in fight or flight mode due to painful experiences, Ammar has not only faced poverty and racism but also being a single parent, miscarriages and having a premature son.

His journey through moments of gut-wrenching pain leads to him sharing powerful insights on resilience, culture, unconscious biases and the ability to forgive, but not necessarily forget.

Timestamps:
0:25 – Racism: My parents had a gazillion bolts on the front door

2:30 – They had an Alsatian and they would regularly set that dog onto us

4:35 – Racism or unconscious bias?

06:35 – Imposter syndrome – fought against background to make it

09:38 – Eradicating unconscious bias

12:50 - Not you Ammar – you’re one of us

13:30 - Unlearning habits

16:40 - Religious beliefs

19: 50 - Know your audience

20:47 - Regeneration: meaningful stakeholder engagement

26:50 - Values and beliefs that parents instilled

28:30 - Comparison is the thief of joy, but also an incredible driver

30:32 - I don’t measure success by how much money you have, but a key metric in life is money

31:29: Charity

34:24 – Dad had two wives

37:05 – Would I like more than one wife?

38:25 – Why do you think your way of life is the best way?

41:13 – Becoming a single father

44:17 – Having a son born prematurely

50:00 – Gut-wrenching horrific pain

52:36 – Flight or flight

53:57 – You can forgive but you can’t forget

54:52 – Business in Saudi Arabia

57:14 – I’m saddened that we don’t celebrate the state

59: 10 - Ammar rates himself in our regular 10-question feature

Ammar Mirza's socials:

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Episode 36: Oil spills, WW2 and the Yorkshire Ripper: Meet PR legend Neil Chapman

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Neil Chapman has been involved with some of the biggest stories of the past 45 years.

As a journalist, he helped report the Yorkshire Case ripper case while as a PR guru, Neil was tasked with handling the crisis that followed the Deepwater Horizon tragedy.

On this gripping episode of PRsonal, he discusses both as part of a lookback at an astonishing media career that has taken him across the world.

And it isn’t without emotion, as Neil talks with Charlotte about how he has now battled cancer three times – as well as his podcast, Blighty By God, which focuses on his fighter pilot father’s service in WW2.

This is a fascinating insight into life in the media from a man who has lived the news for almost half a century.

Neil Chapman socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilchapmanwpntcommunications

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EP35: ‘How my abortion made me a better mother’: Meet author Nicola Cook

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Nicola Cook is an entrepreneur, investor, and author.

And she’s also had an abortion.

In this startling episode of PRsonal, Nicola talks about that abortion publicly for the first time ever, and how it shaped her – and ultimately made her a better mother when the time was right.

And she shares messages of hope for anybody has been through, or may go through, a similar experience.

This is a powerful and poignant episode, in which Nicola and Charlotte share pregnancy experiences – whilst Nicola also reveals she was inspired to start writing following the advice of a psychic.

Chapters

| 0:00:20 | ‘This is the first time I’ve talked about my abortion in public’
| 0:03:19 | Nicola discusses the hardest thing about having an abortion
| 0:05:37 | ‘I was just so unprepared for the trauma’
| 0:09:02 | ‘How did I feel? It destroyed me’
| 0:09:41 | The heartbreak of seeing another baby
| 0:17:42 | Making up an excuse to tell work after an abortion
| 0:19:30 | Removing the ‘needless’ shame around abortion
| 0:26:51 | ‘I’ve had six pregnancies and two children’
| 0:30:55 | The theory that ‘brings comfort’ around losing a baby
| 0:37:00 | The physical challenge of a miscarriage
| 0:38:32 | ‘I miscarried just before landing at Newcastle Airport’
| 0:44:48 | Why Nicola writes under a pen name
| 0:45:43 | ‘I started writing after meeting a psychic’
| 0:58:06 | How good is Nicola at sex?

PRsonal socials:

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EP34: ‘I was on the front page of 27 newspapers’: Meet Police and Commissioner Steve Turner

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Steve Turner hasn’t had an easy ride in politics.

Accused of everything from sexual assault to punching a pensioner, the Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner has faced 18 serious allegations he claims are politically motivated attacks designed to ruin his reputation.

In this explosive episode of PRsonal, he reveals the devastating toll the accusations have had on both himself and his family – and admits that if it wasn’t for his wife, he wouldn’t be here today.

The Conservative politician also tells host Charlotte Nichols how he has helped transform a police force once widely regarded as the worst in Britain.

However, he admits it has taken a toll – with Steve claiming the stress of the job has put him in A&E around four times with a suspected heart attack.

Key moments

0:00:00 | ‘I’ve faced 18 allegations – they are all lies’
0:01:00 | The pain of being accused of sexual assault
0:04:20 | How the allegations rocked his family – and how his wife was Steve’s lifelines
0:18:00 | Police or politician – what job would Steve prefer his children to do?
0:19:22 | Turner discusses the negative impact of his public role on his family and their reactions.
0:20:09 | ‘I wanted to let my mum rest – but I never got to say goodbye’
0:21:15 | How the ‘stress’ of being a PCC repeatedly put him in A&E
0:31:12 | Why politicians ‘are fair game’ for hate – and why that should stop.
0:31:42 | PCC reveals he’s had terrifying threats due to his job
0:34:08 | ‘I was the best teenage basketball player in the North East’
0:35:05 | How a ‘terrible’ ankle injury ruined his international career
0:38:01 | Turning to rugby – only to suffer and even more terrifying injury
0:39:53 | Raising money for charity through triathlons – and a lifelong love for sport..
0:43:35 | How a DIY basketball net sparked a lifelong love for the sport
0:49:04 | ‘I worked for £1.50-an-hour in a pizza shop’
0:51:36 | How running a pizza shop at 16 taught him the ‘fundamentals’ of business
0:56:57 | How good is Steve at sex?
0:57:09 | Conclusion and gratitude

Steve Turner – socials

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PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP33 - ‘I had a drunk hot tub fondle’ : Meet Big Brother winner Anthony Hutton

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0000

It is one of the most memorable moments in Big Brother history.

Now almost 20 years later, Series Six winner Anthony Hutton finally sets the record straight about what happened in the hot tub with Makosi.

In the latest episode of PRsonal, Anthony discusses his time on the show and the ‘extreme taste of fame’ that followed for the County Durham TV star – including the dark moments which left him battling suicidal thoughts.

Having since left the limelight to become a dad, Anthony has since become a successful business owner while he also discusses his mental health project, “Never Throw in the Towel”, with host Charlotte Nichols.

And in this engrossing episode, he talks about how he turned to drink and drugs as work dried up – and he was left battling passive suicidal thoughts on a daily basis.

Key moments

0:00:06
Anthony reveals what REALLY happened in the hot tub with Makosi on Big Brother
0:01:30
‘She claimed she was pregnant - but we didn’t have sex’
0:06:14
The ‘mad’ aftermath of big brother – from meeting agents to a £200k photoshoot
0:07:48
Anthony reveals how quickly his prizemoney ended up in his bank account
0:08:38
‘I walloped £45k on it’ – the most extravagant thing Anthony bought with his winnings
0:09:38
Fame, women and St James’ Park: The ‘unbelievable’ perks of winning Big Brother
0:11:37
The ‘extreme highs and lows’ that followed Big Brother
0:13:05
Anthony opens up about his lowest moments, turning to alcohol and drugs
0:13:45
Anthony Hutton discusses his dark place during his time on Big Brother.
0:14:07
‘I was having passive suicidal thoughts on a daily basis’
0:15:02
Fearing he would be ‘laughed at’ if he returned to normal work
0:15:30
‘I’d been on a bender and missed five mortgage payments’
0:17:07
Anthony reveals if Big Brother ‘made him or broke him’
0:23:37
Anthony reveals he’s never spoke to his dad – and that he’s ‘taken positives from that’
0:24:51
‘Keep on living’ – the message inspired by his grandma behind Never Throw in the Towel
0:27:22
How Never Throw in the Towel has continued to grow – and keeps building
0:32:26
Anthony’s dream of attracting mental health ambassadors
0:33:43
Why it is important to talk about the impact a miscarriage can have on men
0:37:26
Anthony rates his humor, attractiveness and cooking skills
0:40:29
Anthony’s unusual career change – from being a postman to becoming a disco dancer!
0:41:00
Anthony reveals ‘he probably shouldn’t drink’ – and maybe only has alcohol three times a year
0:48:02
How good is Anthony at sex?!

Anthony’s socials:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theanthonyhutton/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/anthonyhutton

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-hutton-9b5440102/

PRsonal socials:

Twitter – https://twitter.com/PRsonal_podcast

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TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@harveyandhugo

PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP32: ‘I was four hours from death’: Meet Paralympian Lyndon Longhorne

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0000

Lyndon Longthorne overcame unimaginable obstacles – and he did so when he wasn’t even one.

As a baby, Lyndon was just four hours from death after contracting meningitis.

He needed multiple amputations – including on both legs – but that didn’t stop him fulfilling his dreams.

In this superb episode of PRsonal, Lyndon sits down with host Charlotte Nichols to discuss his road to the Paralympics along with frank conversations about his struggles with mental health – and the need to find a light to guide you out of those very dark tunnels.

This is a story of hope – and one that will inspire everyone who listens.

Timestamps

0:00:07 | Introduction to Lyndon Longhorn, Paralympic swimmer
0:00:34 | Maintaining a strong mindset and overcoming obstacles
0:02:21 | Contracting meningitis at a young age
0:03:47 | Graphic details and amputations due to meningitis
0:04:40 | Raising awareness about meningitis and sharing mindset
0:06:19 | Feeling lucky to be alive and contemplating different perspectives
0:07:01 | Seeking help for frustration and negative thoughts
0:08:05 | Explaining the “let them” theory for stress management
0:09:21 | Coping with the loss of grandparents and impact on mental health
0:10:01 | Lyndon’s grandparents were his role models.
0:10:43 | Lyndon discusses the importance of setting daily goals.
0:12:11 | Small steps lead to massive results.
0:12:32 | Lyndon talks about the challenges of daily tasks and the importance of focusing on what you can do.
0:14:17 | Lyndon reflects on his experience in school and the importance of asking for help.
0:17:19 | Lyndon discusses the impact of being told he is inspirational and how he aims to help others.
0:19:01 | The overuse of the word “inspirational”
0:19:46 | Different definitions of inspiration
0:20:31 | Realizing he was different in school
0:21:04 | Health and safety affecting physical education
0:21:36 | Feeling included in college
0:22:18 | Dealing with bullying
0:23:05 | Challenges in early relationships
0:24:07 | Online dating experiences
0:25:02 | Thoughts on the show “Undatables”
0:26:11 | Turning down the opportunity to be on the show
0:27:15 | Representing Great Britain in the Tokyo Paralympics
0:28:10 | The impact of competing without a crowd
0:28:36 | Challenges due to COVID protocols
0:28:24 | Lyndon talks about the long process and COVID protocols for participating in the games.
0:29:15 | Lyndon expresses his admiration for athletes like Ellie Simmons and the feeling of being among them.
0:30:05 | Lyndon shares his experience of quitting the sport after not making the team for Rio.
0:31:59 | Lyndon discusses his training regime and the sacrifices he has made as a Paralympian.
0:35:28 | Lyndon talks about the intensity of swimming training and the importance of repetition.
0:37:57 | Letting go of people who don’t support your goals
0:38:17 | Being selfish to prioritize your own goals
0:39:13 | People claiming to know you after your success
0:39:51 | Importance of a support team in achieving goals
0:41:03 | The process of finding the right team
0:41:30 | Setting goals and asking for help
0:42:31 | Overcoming setbacks and injuries
0:43:13 | Trials for the upcoming Paralympics
0:44:03 | Discussion on the fairness of Paralympic categories
0:45:48 | Visibility and inspiration of Para

PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP31: ‘My dream home turned into a High Court nightmare’: Meet Paul Edwards

Harvey & Hugo — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 23:00:00 -0000

Paul Edwards thought he was buying his dream house.

Instead, he was buying a nightmare.

His saga ended with a High Court Summons, a potential six-figure bill – and a surprise appearance in the Daily Mail.

But that isn’t the only house drama in this engrossing episode of PRsonal, as Paul reveals a spine-tingling encounter he had inside a 200-year-old Georgian property in Newcastle.

Sit back, relax and enjoy one of our most captivating episodes of PRsonal to date.

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EP30: ‘I told them their dad had died’: Meet the Headlight Project’s Catherine Devereux

Harvey & Hugo — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0000

This is real as it gets.

Catherine Devereux was a happily married mum to three daughters.

Then on May 6 2018 her entire world was shattered.

Her husband, Russ, committed suicide.

In this raw episode of PRsonal, Catherine bravely opens up about the harrowing aftermath – from the moment the police arrived to having to tell her children their dad had died.

Since then, Catherine has launched The Headlight Project – a Teesside charity that helps those bereaved by suicide – and she talks with host Charlotte Nichols about the work being done to help others.

This is a gut-wrenching episode.

Timestamps

00:32 – The date that will be printed on Catherine’s heart forever

01:16 – The incident that had a ‘massive impact’ on Russ before he died

02:13 – The moment Catherine heard the news about Russ’ death

04:23 – Waiting for the police to break the news

06:08 – Realising she was going to have to tell her daughters their dad had died

08:26 – ‘We just cried’: Breaking the news to her three girls

11:45 – Talking about what happened with her children

15:24 - ‘They are why I have to just keep going’

16:03 - ‘Did you ever consider suicide yourself?’

19:22 – The ‘physical pain’ she felt in the aftermath

21:19 – The anger felt in the painful aftermath of Russ’ suicide

26:06 – Does Catherine blame for the Health and Safety Executive for what happened?

27:08 – The ‘three pairs of blue eyes’ that keep Russ’ memory alive

30:26 – ‘I’ve lost my Catholic faith a bit since he died’

34:16 – Why Catherine set up the Headlight Project

37:13 – Teesside’s reputation as Britain’s biggest suicide ‘hotspot’

40:01 – ‘There’s no shame – but there is shame in the lack of support’

42:26 – The ‘huge misconception’ around talking about death with children

46:22 – The ‘wonderful’ support that helps keep the charity going

50:23 – The work Catherine is most proud of

51:14 – Why life is worth fighting for – even on the darkest days

52:40 – How Catherine rates herself – from looks to humour

56:45 – How Harvey & Hugo can help your business unlock the power of podcasting

Headlight Project socials

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PRsonal socials:

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TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@harveyandhugo

PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP29: ‘There’s an assumption I have this well-built man!’: Meet Claire Walton

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Claire Walton turned to Match.com in a bid to find ‘Mr Right’ for her daughter.

And the man who caught her eye did turn out to be perfect – for Claire.

In this episode of PRsonal, the executive coach turned bestselling author opens up to host Charlotte about a love life that has included three marriages and four engagements (including one that lasted just six weeks).

Having first married aged just 18, she shares a lifetime of advice and wisdom as the pair tackle subjects such as domestic violence, divorce and healing.

This is a much watch episode!

Key moments

0:01:00 The ‘boring’ reason Claire got married at 18
0:02:12 Why Claire may have been with her first husband now if they had met when they were older
0:04:30 ‘The whirlwind romance’ that involved a trip to the Seychelles and a six-week engagement
0:08:05 ‘Ten weeks later we are getting a divorce’
0:09:01 How laughter can help through a divorce
0:14:22 ‘The relationships always ended on my terms’
0:15:41 ‘I wanted to have a fun – and I had a LOT of fun’
0:17:16 How a back problem lead to counselling to deal with stress and trauma
0:20:34 Walking away from a relationship with her mum
0:23:02 Claire doesn’t have a bucket list, just a list.
0:24:50 ‘I have done my crying’
0:26:13 There is no longer a stigma attached to divorce.
0:32:18 Would Claire get married again?
0:33:52 People’s ‘physical’ questions about being with a man 20 years younger than her
0:36:11 ‘I met him on Match.com – I was actually looking to find someone for my daughter’
0:39:17 ‘I wasn’t thinking relationship – I was thinking fun’
0:41:53 Claire’s message to anyone thinking of starting a relationship with someone much younger
0:42:52 Why Claire thinks this relationship will last – despite the ‘massive age difference’
0:45:00 ‘It was a very hard time’: Living in a violent relationship
0:48:22 Claire ‘snake and venom’analogy about letting go of venomous emotions.
0:49:10 ‘Can you just imagine carrying around all that baggage?!’
0:50:18 How Claire has ‘learned to forgive’
0:52:15 The ‘classic signs’ that acted as red flags for Claire’s abuse
0:56:11 Claire opens up about her initial reaction to becoming a grandmother.
1:00:30 ‘My identify is not an old woman!’: Settling on the name “Grammy”
1:01:16 How good is Claire at cooking, comedy – and sex?!

PRsonal socials:

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PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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Pack PRsonal EP28: ‘I didn’t feel like I had a future’ - Meet Harvey & Hugo’s Shannon Robinson.

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Shannon Robinson has been in a dark place.

In this remarkable episode of Pack PRsonal, Harvey & Hugo’s design ace reveals that at her lowest ebb, Shannon didn’t see a future for herself.

During their frank conversation, Shannon opens up to Charlotte about her battle with depression, and how she pulled herself back from the brink.

The pair also discuss Shannon’s pansexuality and the shocking discrimination she’s encountered – while refusing to give up on her dream of motherhood.

Key moments

0:00:07 | ‘I’m pansexual – but pronouns don’t matter’
0:01:52 | Why ‘parts’ are not important to Shannon
0:05:22 | ‘I’ve had so many different sexual identities!’
0:07:38 | Feeling like heterosexuality was ‘compulsory’ growing up
0:10:04 | The ‘gross’ behavior from men that left Shannon sickened
0:13:16 | ‘Open’ to every option in order to fulfil her dream of becoming a mum
0:15:26 | Shannon mentions a technique that allows for both partners’ DNA to be used in the egg.
0:17:08 | Why Shannon ‘grieved’ when she realised that she may end up with a woman
0:19:15 | The ‘heartbreaking’ suicide that impacted Shannon
0:21:21 | ‘I just felt like I didn’t have a future anymore’
0:23:49 | Therapy, mindfulness and spirituality: How Shannon is getting back on track
0:28:23 | ‘I talk to the moon – but not in a weird way’
0:29:44 | Shannon talks about her love for meditation, mindfulness, and crystals.
0:31:19 | ‘Our energy might have been in human form before’
[0:35:30] | Does Shannon have any regrets?
[0:38:52] | The power of a ‘glimmer’
[0:42:19] | Shannon rates herself…
0:46:19 | How good is Shannon at sex!?
0:46:48 | How Harvey & Hugo can help your business unlock the power of podcasting

PRsonal socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvey-&-hugo

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EP27: ‘I didn’t care that I was the black sheep’: Meet Carl Swansbury from Rycroft Glenton

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0000

Carl Swansbury didn’t take the traditional route to the top.

He tells PRsonal host Charlotte Nichols how he became one of the UK’s youngest ever chartered accountants – and didn’t go to university.

Having turned down the chance to study law at Durham University, he instead joined PwC on-route to his current role as head of corporate finance at Rycroft Glenton

In this episode, the pair discuss everything from the challenges of the covid pandemic, jumping out of an airplane, the value of hard work and raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity.

Oh – and which other podcast includes a question about playing golf in the nude?!

Key moments

00:00:07 - Introduction and setting the rules for the conversation.
00:00:35 - The reality of the ‘challenges’ people face day-to-day
00:01:34 - Family heartbreak of losing his uncle suddenly
00:06:12 - Carl’s biggest charity challenge to date that wasn’t his ‘greatest moment’.
00:07:10 - ‘What was your final thought before jumping out the airplane?’
00:12:10 - The good and bad things about living through a pandemic
00:16:51 - ‘Have you ever played golf naked?’
00:21:59 - Carl’s secret work he hid from his mates to do well at school
00:25:40 - How Carl’s parents ‘tag teamed’ to help him as a child
00:29:06 - Shunning a law degree at Durham University to join PwC
00:30:38 - Becoming the youngest qualified chartered accountant in the UK.
00:32:40 - Why university may not have been a perfect fit Carl’s personality
00:35:43 - Being treat like a ‘black sheep’ for not having a degree
00:41:10 - ‘We shouldn’t be box ticking’: Discussing boardroom equality
00:44:30 - Carl Swansbury’s personal values – and the one that drives his wife mad.
00:47:14 - Working a 65 hour week
00:48:56 - Why time is now more ‘precious’ as a dad
00:56:28 - ‘On a regular burnout I’m close to burnout’
01:00:40 - How to avoid burnout
01:01:09 - Difficulty in committing to a career or employer
01:01:36 - ‘5:30am, porridge and a jog’: The morning routine
01:02:31 - Supportive team effort in managing routines
01:03:02 - Carl rates himself in the key categories
01:08:43 - How good is Carl at sex?

PRsonal socials:

Twitter – https://twitter.com/PRsonal_podcast

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/PRsonalPodcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HarveyandHugo

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TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@harveyandhugo

PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP26: ‘Sorry but I’m having a miscarriage’: Host Charlotte Nichols’ turn in the hotseat

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0000

It is finally Charlotte Nichols’ turn in the hotseat.

Roles are reversed as the PRsonal host is grilled by the show’s first ever guest Mel Coutts in this special end of year episode.

Having only launched in 2023, the pair discuss the highpoints of PRsonal’s first year – including being nominated for an international podcast award – along with the most shocking and funniest clips from the show.

However, they also discuss the moments that didn’t go quite to plan, along with the emotional moment in Charlotte’s life that acted as the catalyst for launching PRsonal.

Oh, and Charlotte finally answers ‘those’ questions at the end!

| 0:00:07 | Introduction to the podcast and guest, Charlotte Nichols
| 0:00:27 | ‘Today there’s going to be a little bit of a twist’ |
| 0:01:03 | Why PRsonal exists – and the initial mistake that let Charlotte red faced.|
| 0:01:41 | ‘Sorry I can’t make the meeting, I’m having a miscarriage’ |
| 0:03:09 | What does PRsonal cover? |
| 0:07:19 | What’s been the most shocking story on PRsonal in 2023? |
| 0:09:55 | Revealed: The most streamed PRsonal episode of 2023 |
| 0:12:55 | The one moment in PRsonal that lead to an ‘awkward silence’ |

| 0:18:32] | ‘I welled up’: The PRsonal episode that almost pushed Charlotte to tears |

| [0:21:15] | The funniest PRsonal moments of 2023 |
| [0:24:19] | Being nominated for an international podcast award just months after launching |
| [0:25:32 | The big podcast plans for Harvey & Hugo in 2024|
| [0:26:48] | ‘What question makes you most uncomfortable’ |
| [0:31:44] | Coming up with PRsonal on her first day back from maternity’ |

| [0:33:51] | Charlotte finally answers ‘those’ questions |

| 0:40:00] | How good is Charlotte at sex? |

| [0:41:16] | Let Harvey & Hugo help your business unlock the power of podcasting |

Sponsor:

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Charlotte Nichols socials

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PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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PRsonal socials:

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Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

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EP25: ‘I felt like a broken incubator': Meet miracle mum Claire Nicholson Bell

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0000

Claire Nicholson Bell just wanted a family.

However, she was put through ‘hell’ as she spent years undergoing IVF which pushed her to the brink.

In this poignant episode of PRsonal, Claire recalls the bittersweet agony of watching her friends have children as she battled loneliness and heartbreak during round after round of IVF.

Both she and host Charlotte share their own experiences of IVF, as Claire recalls how the process changed her – and why she had to quit social media for a year due to the process.

But Claire then reveals the astonishing moment her dream finally came true.

Settle in for an incredible episode of PRsonal – but bring the tissues….

Key moments

| 0:00:07 | Introduction to the podcast and guest, Claire Nicholson Bell
| 0:00:42 | How it feels to experience infertility |
| 0:02:16 | ‘Some of my friends have experienced infertility – but I still felt lonely’|
| 0:03:46 | The ‘cruel’ process of IVF |
| 0:08:25 | ‘You become a different person’ |
| 0:10:53 | How infertility and IVF changes everyone – including the people around you |
| 0:12:38 | ‘I quit social media for a year to avoid pregnant friends’ |
| 0:16:31 | ‘A broken incubator: How you see yourself during IVF’
| 0:19:16] | ‘I took my IVF injections in front of a colleague’ |
| [0:28:15] | ‘Sex stopped becoming fun’|
| [0:30:00] | Creating an alternative family |
| [0:33:20 | ‘I was going to end up in a mental health hospital if I didn’t stop |
| [0:34:18] | Massage, exercise and crystals – the alternative therapies Claire utilised |
| [0:36:18] | The emotional moment she found out she was pregnant |
| [0:40:05] | Why she struggled to connect on her first pregnancy |
| [0:44:54] | How crystals could help with fertility or other medical treatments
| 0:45:58] | ‘Crystals helped bring my dad peace when he was dying with cancer’ |
| [0:51:52] | The spiritual encounter with her dad |
| [0:59:58] | How good is Claire at sex? |

Sponsor:

B Daily – https://bdaily.co.uk

Dark of the Moon socials

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cz3SRRToHsS/

PRsonal socials:

Twitter – https://twitter.com/PRsonal_podcast

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/PRsonalPodcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

Twitter – https://twitter.com/harveyandhugo

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvey-&-hugo

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HarveyandHugo

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/harveyandhugopr

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@harveyandhugo

PRsonal socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvey-&-hugo

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/harveyandhugopr

EP24: God, ghosts and Britain’s Got Talent: Meet presenter and podcaster Alfie Joey

Harvey & Hugo — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0000

Alfie Joey really has enjoyed a career path like no other.

He’s been a comedian, actor, radio presenter – and even a monk.

On the latest PRsonal episode, he discusses his incredible professional journey which took him from the priesthood to YouTube fame and Britain’s Got Talent – plus a house haunted by Elvis himself!

Now a successful podcaster, communications coach and an illustrator, he tells host Charlotte Nichols about his lifelong grapple with faith and spirituality, his one-word answer about the afterlife – and an infamous run-in with a male stripper which left him red faced.

This is an episode not to be missed.

Key moments

| [0:00:07] | Introduction to the podcast and guest, Alfie Joey |
| [0:00:48] | ‘A statue’s arms opened up and beckoned me in’ |
| [0:02:59] | How a desire to break into showbiz lead him to the priesthood |
| [0:04:01] | ‘Poverty and celibacy’: Alfie’s change to becoming a monk |
| [0:05:11] | The day in the life of a monk – from brekkie to a spot of chit chat ||
| [0:09:35] | ‘Alfie – is there a god?’ |
| [0:11:33] | What it is like working with an exorcist |
| [0:11:58] | Visiting a house haunted by Elvis |
| [0:12:34] | ‘Father help! My son is possessed!’ |
| [0:15:29] | Alfie’s one word answer as to what happens when we die |
| [0:16:52] | Finding solitude and relaxation through drawing |
| [0:18:20] | ‘I felt otherworldly’: Trying stand-up comedy for the first time |
| [0:20:25] | How making a comedy legend laugh at a wedding lead to a life in showbiz |
| 0:26:09 | His shock at how some BBC staff ‘were waiting for a pension’|
| 0:29:17 | How success should really be measured |
| 0:33:21 | Alfie’s wise words for children today |
| 0:37:01 | How Alfie feels after leaving BBC Newcastle |
| 0:38:30 | The variety of working on radio – from interviewing Keir Starmer to chats about breastfeeding |
| 0:39:00| How the radio show left Alfie frazzled |
| 0:43:23 | When a listener turned up to a children’s event ‘as she missed listening to Alfie’s voice’ |
| 0:44:42 | Alfie’s embarrassing run in with a male stripper that left him red faced |
| 0:47:20 | ‘The gatekeepers are gone’: Alfie’s advice for breaking into presenting |
| 0:48:01 | Anyone can create their own content with technology. |
| 0:48:46 | Alfie Joey's ‘bizarre’ experience on Britain's Got Talent – and his ‘banned’ Ant and Dec impression.|
| 0:58:10 | Alfie reveals his best impression |

Alfie’s socials

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alfiejoey.art/

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/alfiejoey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfie-joey-9871817a/?originalSubdomain=uk

PRsonal socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvey-&-hugo

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/harveyandhugopr

PRsonal socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/prsonal-podcast

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/prsonal_podcast

Harvey & Hugo’s socials:

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/harvey-&-hugo

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/harveyandhugopr